How To Fix VBC_UI135 - Application metadata is missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VBC_UI - Applicaton Management UI Message Class

• Message number: 135

• Message text: Application metadata is missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VBC_UI135 - Application metadata is missing ?

  The SAP error message "VBC_UI135 Application metadata is missing" typically occurs in the context of SAP Fiori applications or SAP UI5 applications. This error indicates that the application is unable to retrieve the necessary metadata required for its operation, which can be due to several reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Metadata: The application may not have the required metadata files, or the metadata files may be incorrectly configured.
  Service Not Activated: The OData service that provides the metadata might not be activated in the SAP Gateway.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the metadata.
  Network Issues: There could be network issues preventing the application from accessing the metadata.
  Cache Issues: Sometimes, cached data can lead to inconsistencies, causing the application to fail to retrieve the correct metadata.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check OData Service Activation:
  
  Go to the SAP Gateway Service Builder (transaction code /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE).
  Ensure that the relevant OData service is activated for the system and the client you are working in.
  
  
  
  Verify Metadata Files:
  
  Check if the metadata files are present in the application. If they are missing, you may need to redeploy the application or restore the missing files.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary roles and authorizations to access the application and its metadata. You can check this in transaction code PFCG.
  
  
  
  Clear Cache:
  
  Clear the browser cache and the SAP Gateway cache. You can do this by using transaction code /IWFND/CACHE to clear the cache on the server side.
  
  
  
  Check Network Connectivity:
  
  Ensure that there are no network issues preventing access to the OData service. You can test the service URL directly in a browser to see if it returns the expected metadata.
  
  
  
  Review Application Logs:
  
  Check the application logs for any additional error messages that might provide more context about the issue. You can use transaction code SLG1 to view application logs.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Look for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error. SAP Notes can provide patches or additional guidance for known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Fiori and UI5 Documentation: Familiarize yourself with the SAP Fiori and UI5 documentation for best practices on application development and deployment.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the steps you have already taken.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the "VBC_UI135 Application metadata is missing" error in your SAP environment.